May 2025 update: I am now only taking on bridal alterations work. I have a handful of bridal alterations slots available for brides with weddings in September 2025 onwards. If you are interested in working with me then please contact me via email at the first opportunity with a photo of your dress, wedding date and details of what you think needs to be altered.

Unfortunately that means I don’t have any availability for general alterations and repairs for the foreseeable future. Please try Jokoto or Sew2Happy instead.

Please note I am now based in St Anne’s, Bristol, and fittings are strictly by appointment only.

Hello! I’m Laura Gillam, a freelance seamstress based in Bristol, UK.

With over 14 years of professional sewing experience and having worked for sustainable fashion labels in London, carried out bridal alterations in New York, and created numerous bespoke bridal gowns for woman all over the UK, I am now pleased to offer a general alterations and repairs from my Bristol studio. I also carry out high end bridal alterations.

I create sewing patterns for children’s clothing and accessories under my label Little Things Stitch Co.